Leadership Lessons from the Russo-Georgian War

This chapter examines the flawed leadership decisions made during the 2008 Russo-Georgian War, attributing military failures to incompetence rather than malicious intent. It analyzes the lack of military experience within the Georgian government, which resulted in detrimental strategies, as well as the impact of Russian cyber warfare on Georgia's operational capabilities. Additionally, the chapter explores the chaotic nature of the conflict, highlighting the technical and tactical challenges faced by both Georgian and Russian forces.